Tourism & Diplomacy: Saint Lucia is pushing to tap Guyana’s growing travel market, with officials pitching joint “two-country” experiences at the new Saint Lucia Showcase International. Water Security: The Northern Water Project is underway with a US$22.83m push to replace ageing pipelines linked to the John Compton Dam raw water system, aiming to cut outages and improve supply for tens of thousands. Creative Economy: After a year-long wait, the Creative Economy Grant Fund starts distributing cheques to 350 approved recipients, with processing now moving for over 1,000 submissions. Public Safety & Justice: Police extradited Jahvis Marlon Alfred to Martinique to face armed robbery and firearm charges; separately, DNA confirmed the identity of Schneik Phillip, with the investigation ongoing. Governance & Rights: Attorney General John Jeremie says Trinidad’s Special Operations Bill could affect rights but is “reasonable and proportionate” for violent crime control—while Saint Lucia’s cabinet awaits legal advice on an independent inquiry into Joy St. Omer’s death. Climate & Youth: UNICEF-backed research warns there may be “no safe zone” for children as climate hazards overlap; Saint Lucian youth advocates and NEMO leaders call for child-focused policy changes, including practical tweaks like school uniform guidance in extreme heat. Sports & Football: West Indies named Kamil Pooran for his maiden T20I call-up after his CPL run for St Lucia Kings, while SLFA appointed Miran Louis technical director and Saint Lucia’s U-15 boys prepare for a FIFA festival debut in Azerbaijan.